Interior

While the exterior is a modern take on a classic, there’s nothing retro about the interior. Everything about the 2016 Beetle is designed to give the modern driver a driving experience second to none. From the connectivity of VW Car-Net to the three spoke steering wheel that puts seat, radio and other adjustment controls right at your fingertips to the bright, 6.33-inch touchscreen sound and navigation system, everything is designed to be instinctive and driver-friendly, allowing you to get the information and entertainment you need while keeping your eyes on the road. Add in options like sport seating and you’ll experience the Beetle like never before.

Technology

The 2016 VW Beetle has what it takes to impress even the most discerning techie. Most features can be controlled by the large touchscreen display. The 6.33-inch monitor allows you to access navigation, information, entertainment and more. VW Car-Net keeps you connected, allowing you to access your favorite smart phone apps hands-free. Car-Net works with Apple CarPlay, AndroidAuto or Mirror Link.

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Of course, our technology isn’t all fun and games. Some of it is dedicated to the very important task of keeping you, your passengers and those around you safe. Safety features like the rearview camera, blind spot monitor and park pilot help you enjoy your driving experience by giving you the peace of mind that comes from enhancing your total perimeter awareness.

Performance

You can always count on German engineering to deliver where it counts. The 2016 VW Beetle continues a long and proud tradition of the original people’s car. Opt for the 2.0T Turbocharged engine for performance and crank out 210 hp while still getting 31 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg in the city. Or, opt for the smaller 1.8T engine and get even better gas mileage – 34 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in the city – while still pushing 170 hp. While it has plenty of power and superior gas mileage, where the 2016 Beetle really shines is the handling. From tight cornering to smooth, almost unnoticeable shifts, the 2016 Beetle is everything you expect from a Volkswagen and more.

Safety

Nothing is more important to Volkswagen than the safety of our drivers and their passengers. From the next generation airbags to the antilock brakes to a wide selection of proximity scanners designed to detect potential obstacles in a 360-degree radius around your 2016 Beetle, Volkswagen has designed a car that can keep you as safe as possible should you ever have an accident – but more importantly, it’s a car that can help you avoid getting into an accident in the first place.

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